Property description
\"Stonehouse Farm\" is a BEAUTIFUL PERIOD FARMHOUSE located within the ever POPULAR VILLAGE of Kenn. Standing in GARDENS and PADDOCKS which are thought to be over an ACRE. There is a great range of OUTBUILDINGS which include the BILLIARD HOUSE, CIDER HOUSE, GARAGING for 3 cars and SUMMER HOUSER. The main farmhouse has been extended to provide EXTENSIVE LIVING ACCOMMODATION which combines period ELEGANCE and cutting edge modern design. This is a FABULOUS opportunity for those wishing to live in the country but within a pretty village setting. The charming coastal town of Clevedon is located within a very short drive.
Accommodation (all measurements approximate)
GROUND FLOORImpressive front entrance which opens to an elegant:
Reception Hall
With an attractive period staircase rising up to a galleried landing. Useful understairs cloaks cupboard. At the far end of the hall a further door opens directly into the gardens.
Drawing Room - 20' 0'' x 17' 4 (6.09m x 5.28m)
A fabulous room with large period windows with working shutters enjoying views across the gardens to the orchard. An impressive Minster fireplace incorporates a solid fuel stove.
Office - 13' 3'' x 7' 5 (4.04m x 2.26m)
Probably the original butlers pantry complete with dresser. Pretty window with working shutters.
Dining Room - 20' 0'' x 17' 5 (6.09m x 5.30m)
An amazing room for entertaining. Two stunning period windows with working shutters look out to the gardens. Traditional features include an attractive Victorian open fireplace with a marble surround and mantle.
Kitchen/Breakfast Room - 19'7\" x 17'5\" max 15'10\" min
An exceptional room with a hand crafted kitchen, with a stunning island unit which also extends to a breakfast bar with a solid oak worktop and a double Belfast sink. Cleverly concealed bin and an integrated dishwasher. Whilst a large gas fired AGA enjoys the benefit of polished black granite worktops either side. There is an integrated ceramic hob, space for an American style fridge/freezer and that all important wine rack. Three large skylights cascade light down into the kitchen area. A useful storage cupboard also accommodates the Worcester gas fired central heating boiler. Solid oak floors extend through to the:
Morning Room - 19' 4'' x 13' 0 (5.89m x 3.96m)
With two sets of bi-fold doors which allow this room to be opened fully to the garden creating a great inside outside entertaining environment. The ceiling is fully open to the apex of the roof and incorporates four large skylights helping to create a sense of light, space and modernity.
Inner Hall
With an attractive oak door which opens under a pretty porch close to the parking and garaging. There is also a split stable door which opens into the gardens.
Wet Room
This stunning room with a wet room shower great for dirty dogs and children. Pedestal washbasin and WC. High vaulted ceiling with skylight and spot lighting.
Utility Room - 14' 5'' x 9' 8 (4.39m x 2.94m)
Kitchen cupboard units and drawers with one and half bowl sink. Plumbing for washing machine. Split stable door opens into the gardens. Double doors open into the:
Garden Room - 21' 3'' x 13' 4 (6.47m x 4.06m)
Again with solid oak floors. There is an attractive woodburning stove. French doors open into the gardens. The high ceiling opens fully to the apex with exposed ceiling beams. This room would create an amazing studio or perhaps a self contained annexe with the benefit of the nearby wet room.
FIRST FLOOR
A galleried landing with impressive views across the gardens and nearby orchard and further afield to the Mendips.
Principal Bedroom - 17' 3'' x 11' 6 (5.25m x 3.50m)
Measurements include a great range of built in wardrobes which sit either side of an original period fireplace. Fabulous views extend down onto the gardens and paddock.
Shower Room
With a large shower, tiled with travertine. An attractive circular sink which sits on a hardwood vanity unit. WC. Chrome ladder style radiator.
Bedroom 2 - 17' 5'' x 10' 3 (5.30m x 3.12m)
Measurements include the airing cupboard which sits to the side of an attractive period fireplace. There are windows both to the front and rear providing lots of natural light and views extend down onto the gardens and orchard.
Bedroom 3 - 13' 9'' x 10' 0 (4.19m x 3.05m)
With a pretty bedroom fireplace. Views extend to Dial Hill.
Bedroom 4 - 13' 10'' x 10' 6 (4.21m x 3.20m)
With the original period fireplace. Views towards Clevedon.
Luxury Bathroom
With a splendid travertine stone floor. Bath with handheld shower attachment and mixer tap, an oval washbasin on a pretty period pine washstand and WC. Period window with shutters. Chrome ladder style radiator.
OUTSIDE
From Kenn Street the original farm drive extends south towards Stonehouse Farm which will be located immediately in front. The drive extends to the right of the farmhouse with parking for approximately four cars immediately on your right.
Billiard Room/Former Offices - 31' 0'' x 25' 0 (9.44m x 7.61m)
A useful former outbuilding which has been improved with double glazing. It is our clients intention to leave the Billiard table in place.
Open Fronted Garaging - 30' 10'' x 22' 6 (9.39m x 6.85m)
With garaging for three large cars.
Cider House - 24' 0'' x 19' 0 (7.31m x 5.79m)
With the original cider press.
Summer House - 19' 0'' x 10' 0 (5.79m x 3.05m)
Currently used as a workshop and studio.
The gardens extend out to the south side of the farmhouse with a superb flagstone patio which runs along the back of the farmhouse and extends into the gardens. Passing under a pretty rose arbour the gardens widen the fields on either side. A pair of gates open into the paddock. Looking back towards the farmhouse a majestic Scots Pine takes centre stage within the gardens.
Tenure: Freehold
Local Authority: North Somerset Council Tel: 01934 888888
NB. Our client believe the land and gardens to extend to over and acre. If this subject is of a particular importance to any purchasers then we advise strongly that you undertake precise measurements in order to discern the exact extent of the grounds.
Local Authority: North Somerset Council Tel: 01934 888888
Council Tax Band: G
Energy Rating: D
Services: All mains services connected including gas fired central heating by way of a Worcester gas fired central heating boiler.
All viewings strictly by appointment with the agent Steven Smith Town and Country Estate Agents Ltd 01275 877771
PLEASE NOTE: 1. Items shown in photographs are not included unless specifically mentioned within the sales particulars. They may be available by separate negotiations. We often use a panoramic photo of a location. This is not a view from the property.2. Any services, heating systems, appliances or installations referred to in these particulars have not been tested and no warranty can be given that these are in working order. Whilst we believe these particulars to be correct we would be pleased to check any information of particular importance to you. 3. We endeavour to make our sales details accurate and reliable but they should not be relied on as statements or representations of fact and they do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. The seller does not make any representation or give any warranty in relation to the property and we have no authority to do so on behalf of the seller. 4. The photographs may have been taken using a wide angle lens.5. Please contact us before viewing the property. If there is any point of particular importance to you we will be pleased to provide additional information or to make further enquiries. We will also confirm that the property remains available. This is particularly important if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property. 6. Any floor plans provided are not drawn to scale and are produced as an indicative rough guide only to help illustrate and identify the general layout of the property 7. Any reference to alterations to, or use of, any part of the property is not a statement that any necessary planning, building regulations, listed buildings or other consents have been obtained. These matters must be verified by any intending buyer8. References to the tenure of a property are based on information provided by the seller. The Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A buyer is advised to obtain verification from their solicitor
Property Features :
- Splendid period farmhouse
- Attractive village position
- Close to the coastal town of Clevedon´s town amenities
- Set in gardens and paddocks thought to be over an acre
- A good range of outbuildings which include the cider house, billiard house, open fronted garaging f